Dallas Employment Lawyer: When You Really Mess Up at Work…

05/03/2013 // Dallas, Texas, United States // Clouse Dunn LLP // Keith Clouse // (press release)It happens. Even good employees sometimes lose their tempers and say things or do things they shouldn’t. So, what should you do if you lost your cool at work and did something completely inexcusable?

First of all, realize that your job could be on the line. Knowing that may help you reorient yourself and focus on what really matters. Once you’re calm, you need to apologize to your supervisor. Acknowledge that you lost your temper and did something unprofessional and inappropriate. Do not blame anyone else. Then, ask what you need to do next.

You may be told that you need to apologize to the other employees involved in the incident. Or, you may be asked to take anger-management training. Follow through with any suggestions.

Be prepared to hear that your employment has been terminated. But, know that if you work pursuant to an employment agreement, you may have certain rights under your agreement regarding termination. If so, listen to what is said at the termination meeting, but do not sign any paperwork. Then, consult with an employment lawyer to determine how to proceed. Even if you do not work pursuant to an employment agreement, you may still have other options, such as “resigning” instead of being fired. An employment lawyer could help you evaluate the situation and develop an action plan.

For help with an employment law matter, contact the Dallas employment lawyers at Clouse Dunn LLP. Send an email to debra@www.cdklawyers.com or call (214) 239-2705.